Systems Integrity Engineer - Level 3

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

Total Rewards program

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth seeks an Aeronautical Engineer Sr to lead integrity and service‑life analyses for F‑16, F‑22 and F‑35 platforms, ensuring avionics and mechanical sub‑systems meet evolving mission needs.

You will conduct vibro‑acoustic, thermal and fatigue analyses, develop independent integrity assessments, manage supplier qualification activities, and establish airworthiness requirements to help sustain fleet readiness and program success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical engineering.
• Minimum of three years experience in avionics or mechanical subsystems qualification and service life management.
• Experience with fatigue, environmental testing, and strength testing.
• Knowledge of high voltage design and test criteria.
• Knowledge of Lead-free electronics risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrity and service-life analyses for F-16, F-22, and F-35 platforms.
• Conduct vibro-acoustic, thermal, and fatigue analyses to certify service-life requirements.
• Provide analysis products and data to manage the fleet lifecycle.
• Oversee supplier qualification and ensure program standards compliance.
• Establish airworthiness requirements for avionics and mechanical sub-systems.

Skills

Vibro-acoustic analysis

Thermal analysis

Fatigue analysis

Supplier qualification management

Airworthiness requirements

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr for the Aircraft Subsystem Integrity Team which is responsible for ensuring the integrity and service life of avionics and mechanical sub‑systems on advanced fighter aircraft.

Standard Job Description

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr for the Aircraft Subsystem Integrity Team which is responsible for ensuring the integrity and service life of avionics and mechanical sub‑systems on advanced fighter aircraft.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr you will be responsible for leading integrity and service‑life analyses for F‑16, F‑22 and F‑35 platforms.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Conduct vibro‑acoustic, thermal, and fatigue analyses to certify that avionics and mechanical systems meet contractual service‑life requirements.
• Provide analysis products and source data to safely and economically manage the fleet throughout its entire life cycle.
• Develop integrity analyses independently and drive technical solutions.
• Oversee supplier qualification efforts for sub‑systems, ensuring compliance with program standards.
• Establish airworthiness requirements for avionics and mechanical sub‑systems.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are an analytical and collaborative professional with experience in vibro‑acoustic, thermal, and fatigue analysis of aerospace systems. You excel at working independently, managing supplier qualification programs, and defining airworthiness requirements. Your strong technical background, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering reliable, high‑impact solutions make you an ideal fit for this role.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secretclearance.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical or the like.

Desired Skills

• Minimum of three years experience.
• Experience with mechanical and avionics sub-system qualification and service life management, including:
  • Low-cycle fatigue, particularly thermal cycling and duty cycling of avionics boxes and circuit boards
  • High-cycle fatigue of mechanical and electrical components
  • Strength testing, i.e. proof, burst, shock, and acceleration testing
  • Environmental testing
• Knowledge of high voltage design and test criteria
• Knowledge of Lead-free electronics risk management
• Efficient with MS Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, both oral and written

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well‑being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.